Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany
Capital markets don't stand still and neither do the institutions navigating them. For 25+ years I've worked at the intersection of business, technology, and regulation in financial services. From trading system implementation to regulatory program delivery and, today, structural market transformation. At Magpie Projects, I lead global sales and key accounts, focusing on: → Post-Trade & Settlement (T+1, CCPs, CSDs, custody reform) → Regulatory Transformation (MICA, MiFID II, EMIR, DORA, SEC clearing mandates) → Digital Asset Infrastructure (tokenization, crypto custody, digital euro) My clients are Tier-1 banks, exchanges, and market infrastructure providers typically facing change that is mandatory, structurally complex, and time-critical. I help them think clearly, move decisively, and execute without surprises. Long-term partnerships matter more to me than single engagements. I have built relationships with key accounts over years, not quarters. If you're navigating a major transformation in capital markets let's talk.
Driving firm-wide revenue growth across DACH by leading business development for Tier-1 banks and market infrastructure clients, with active mandates in regulatory transformation, post-trade modernization, and digital asset advisory. Managing strategic key accounts translating complex regulatory requirements (DORA, T+1) into executable consulting engagements. Positioning Magpie Projects as a recognized thought leader in Capital Markets through media appearances (tagesschau24), industry roundtables, and targeted content on digital euro and post-trade reform.
Grew the Capital Markets practice over 6 years as Partner, expanding client base across banks, CSDs, and digital asset infrastructure providers in Germany and Austria. Delivered multi-stakeholder regulatory transformation programs (MiFID II, EMIR, crypto regulation) for financial institutions undergoing structural change at scale. Built and maintained a senior client network that formed the pipeline foundation for the firm's transition and rebranding to Magpie Projects.
Built a new Financial Markets team from the ground up, achieving profitability within the first year by combining regulatory expertise with hands-on capital markets delivery. Established EXXETA as an official Murex partner, unlocking trading system implementation revenues across international clients. Delivered MiFID II and EMIR compliance programs for capital markets clients, managing cross-functional teams across multiple jurisdictions.
Led multi-national Murex implementation programs, managing large international project teams across front-to-back trading system deployments for Tier-1 banks. Delivered EMIR, Dodd-Frank, and MiFID II regulatory programs, covering derivatives reporting, clearing obligations, and benchmark reform (IOSCO). Built Capital Markets recruiting function and Key Account Management capability, supporting Capco's growth in the DACH financial services market.
Delivered system integration projects in Capital Markets across Germany and internationally, progressing from developer to team lead and business analyst. Mentored new joiners in the Capital Markets domain, supporting onboarding and skills development.